This dive site offers a straightforward and beautiful experience. The focus is on exploring the "LA Bettolina" wreck, which sank approximately 40 years ago. It's located just off the coast of Arenella beach. This wreck presents an interesting underwater exploration opportunity for divers. Visibility is likely good due to its location in a sheltered area.
Arenella Wreck
An accessible shallow wreck dive near Palermo, Sicily.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
16m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Snowflake Moray
Stingray
Octopus
Honeycomb Grouper
Nudibranch
Parrotfish
Yellowtail Damselfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth (16m) and sheltered location make it ideal for new divers and training.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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